North Carolina Settlement Agreement Template

North Carolina rules built into this template

• North Carolina law: North Carolina enforces a settlement agreement as a contract. A signed written agreement avoids disputes about its terms, and a pending case should be ended by a filed voluntary dismissal with prejudice.
• Release timing: under the Standard agreement, the release takes effect only when the settlement payment and other promised terms have been fully performed.

What the Settlement Agreement includes

1. Background
2. Settlement Payment
3. Settlement Terms
4. Mutual Release
5. Unknown Claims
6. Dismissal of Proceedings
7. No Admission of Liability
8. Confidentiality
9. Default and Enforcement
10. Taxes
11. Voluntary Agreement
12. State Law
13. General Provisions
14. Governing Law

Frequently asked questions

Does a settlement agreement have to be in writing in North Carolina?

North Carolina enforces a settlement agreement as a contract. A signed written agreement avoids disputes about its terms, and a pending case should be ended by a filed voluntary dismissal with prejudice.

Can a settlement agreement be kept confidential?

Usually yes, but confidentiality cannot stop a party from reporting a possible violation of law to a government agency or testifying when legally required, and some states limit confidentiality in harassment, discrimination, or public hazard cases.

What is the difference between the Standard and Professional Settlement Agreement?

The Standard edition is a complete, state-aware Settlement Agreement for common situations. The Professional edition adds longer clause coverage, schedules, and optional modules for more complex matters. You can preview either edition free before you pay.

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